PGCEE MDS 2022: Bimanual palpation technique is carried out for:

 # Bimanual palpation technique is carried out for:

a) Submandibular sialadenitis

b) Sublingual gland

c) Ranula

d) Cervical lymph nodes when they are enlarged due to inflammation

The correct answer is A. Submandibular sialadenitis.

During bimanual palpation of submandibular gland, one hand is placed intra orally on the floor of mouth and other extra orally below mandible.

PGCEE MDS 2022: Cherry-blossom appearance on a sialogram indicates:

 # Cherry-blossom appearance on a sialogram indicates:

a) Mucoepidermoid cell carcinoma

b) Acinar cell carcinoma

c) Sjogren's syndrome 

d) Pleomorphic adenoma

The correct answer is C. Sjogren's syndrome.

Sialographs of Sjogren's syndrome demonstrate punctuate, cavitary defects which produce a 'cherry blossom' or 'branchless fruit laden tree' effect.

PGCEE MDS 2022: Which of the following wires is the better choice if alignment is needed?

 # Which of the following wires is the better choice if alignment is needed?

a) Nitinol wire 

b) TMA wire

c) Elgiloy wire 

d) Stainless steel wire

The correct answer is A. Nitinol wire.

TMA wires or  beta titanium wires

• Used for space closure and finishing

 • Used for final adjustment in torquing

Nitinol 

• Used for initial alignment

PGCEE MDS 2022: Surgicel used as a hemostatic agent for post extraction bleeding is:

 # Surgicel used as a hemostatic agent for post extraction bleeding is: 

A. Commercially available thrombin

B. Russel viper's venom

C. Oxidised cellulose

D. Methyl cellulose

The correct answer is C. Oxidised cellulose.

Surgicel is a brand of absorbable hemostatic (blood-clotting) agents that are used during surgery to control bleeding. It is made from oxidized regenerated cellulose, a type of fiber derived from plants. Surgicel is used to stop bleeding from small blood vessels and is often used in conjunction with other methods of hemostasis, such as suture ligation and cauterization. It is commonly used during surgery to help control bleeding in areas that are difficult to access, such as the nose, throat, or inside the mouth. Surgicel is also used to help control bleeding in areas that are prone to bleeding, such as the liver or spleen.

In addition to its use as a hemostatic agent, Surgicel has also been used as a wound dressing to help promote healing and prevent infection. It is often used in conjunction with other wound dressings to provide additional absorbent capacity and absorb exudate (fluid produced by the wound). Surgicel is absorbed by the body over time and does not need to be removed.